My Sex Diary: Part 1I couldn’t physically have sex until after my first laparoscopic surgery in my mid-20s. My initial attempts weren’t simply uncomfortable, they were excruciating. I told my doctor there was a... By Keri Wiginton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Reduce Inflammation Through a Plant-Based DietFollowers of a plant-based diet swear by its benefits. They’ve “never felt better.” Their aches and pains disappear, they’re sleeping better, and their skin glows. So, whether you choose vegetarian... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Does It Mean to Have Shorter Cycles?I got my period ridiculously young at only a few months shy of 10 years-old. As quickly as it came, though, it disappeared again for many months. I was nearly... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I’m Engaged! And Now the Baby Questions Begin…My fiancé recently brought me back to the restaurant in Philadelphia where we had our first date. Except, instead of it being our first date as an official couple, this... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Chronic Fatigue: So Much More Than Being TiredAs an endometriosis patient, one of the hardest things to live with is chronic fatigue. I suffered from it for years, believing it had something to do with my mental... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Leadership Has Taught Me About Managing my HealthAs a business owner, I listen to a lot of books on audible and even more podcasts. I want to learn from those that have gone before me. What tips... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can You Get a Service Dog for Endometriosis?I swear my dog Della knows I’m in pain even before I do. During a flare up, she insists on pressing her body against mine, adding just the right amount... By Maisha Johnson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Endometriosis Changed The Way I View My RelationshipsLife with endometriosis is ever-changing, from the moment you get your diagnosis, to becoming familiar with the new symptoms that can occur at any given moment. However, one of the... By Jessa F2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Getting Back On Your Feet After a HysterectomyEndometriosis is a medical condition that can cause pain, bloating, heavy and irregular periods, and other symptoms. The condition happens when uterine-like tissue grows outside of the uterus, forming lesions... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Endometriosis in TeenagersEndometriosis is often associated with adult women (as this is when the condition is typically diagnosed). However, endometriosis can occur in anyone who menstruates, no matter what age they are... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I’m a Nutrition Coach with Endometriosis: Here’s What I EatAs a nutrition coach, my first line of defense to best manage my health is food. Food is medicine. It can be incredibly healing to the body. Often times, if... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can Endo Cause Urinary Issues? Part IIUnfortunately, the impacts of endometriosis are not restricted to the reproductive system or the menstrual cycle. Since endometriosis can grow in just about anyplace in the body (but is known... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Be The Best Ally to Someone with EndometriosisAs an endometriosis patient, one of the things I value the most is support. Endometriosis can impact someone’s life enormously, and it’s easy for many patients to become isolated. Reaching out... By Jessa F3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Supporting Your Partner With Endometriosis Through Food: Foods We EnjoyAfter ripping away all of your favourite foods in my last article, let me help you rebuild your appetite and inspire you with the foods and meals we tend towards... By Chris Robson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Debate on SoySoy was initially the trendy health food. Yet, within a few short years, we began to question if it could live up to its promising expectation. Is it possible it’s... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living with a Time BombA couple of years ago, I had a hysterectomy. You can read about the reasons why I chose a hysterectomy here. I don’t regret the decision, especially since it was... By Endo Warrior2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Supporting Your Partner With Endometriosis Through Food: Foods We AvoidWhen my partner is suffering from an endo flare-up, a basic thing I can do to support her is take over dinner duties. It’s a simple suggestion, but telling someone... By Chris Robson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Can Endo Cause Urinary Issues? Part IEven though I have had painful periods since I was 11, and IBS since I was 19, I did not experience any real issues with my bladder until I was... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Quick Endo-Diet Meal IdeasWant to eat healthy, but always out of time or just too exhausted? Over the years, I’ve been fine tuning the art of how to eat well without spending hours... By Meredith East-Powell, BHSc2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Diaphragmatic BreathingWhen experiencing endometriosis pain, many people guard (or "tense up") their pelvic floor muscles. This tension can lead to increased pain and inflammation. Diaphragmatic breathing is one technique to reduce... By Erin Glace1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments